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New York says Catholic sisters will not be required to participate in assisted suicide

The state’s decision allows the sisters to continue “loving service to Christ’s poor” without being forced to engage in euthanasia.

St. John Paul II Retreat House to open in nation’s capital

As a young priest, then-Father Karol Wojtyła led wilderness excursions for youth to learn about the faith. He used the quiet setting for prayer and discussion, which the center hopes to reflect.

‘He presented a gun’: Dispute over Islamic mosque turns violent at New Mexico Catholic parish

A weekslong quarrel involving a local resident in Albuquerque ended with a suspect arrested on two felony charges, according to a local priest.

Catholic priest sues U.S. government as processing delays complicate visa, residency

Father Sylvester Okoh can remain in the United States as he waits, but the processing delays prevent him from performing his religious duties.

Michigan hospital will change LGBT policies, pay fired physician assistant $400,000 after lawsuit

The health system will develop a religious accommodation for employees who do not wish to adhere to LGBT ideology as part of their employment.

Newly identified St. Augustine sermons explore troubling Bible passage

The medieval texts examine King Saul’s consultation with the medium of Endor and suggest that Israel’s first king may ultimately have repented and received God’s mercy.

Catholic prison ministry brings sacraments, mercy, and community to those behind bars

Prison Ministry Awareness Sunday was observed July 26, highlighting the Church’s call to remember those who are incarcerated.

Charles Carroll Legacy Gala to celebrate U.S. founder, support faithful‑citizenship course

The Aug. 2 event honoring Charles Carroll is hosted by the Faithful Citizenship Institute, which brings policymakers together to infuse Catholic social teaching into their work.

Archbishop Wenski meets lawmakers to gain support for Haitian migrants amid deportation fears

The Department of Homeland Security defended its policy, saying temporary protected status was not meant to be permanent.

Brownsville, Texas, bishop addresses plight of nun, others like her facing deportation

“We can be a nation of both respect for law and of well-considered compassion for persons at risk in their own countries,” Bishop Daniel Flores said.